# Birmingham Water Works And Sewer Board Bwwb #26-14-08

Central Alabama Water Seeks Meter Adapters from Ford Meter Box, A.Y. McDonald, or Approved Equals

**Posted:** September 25, 2026
**Respond By:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** 26-14-08
**NAICS:** 332996

Central Alabama Water (CAW) in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking bids for the supply of meter adapters for water systems.
- Government Buyer:
  - Central Alabama Water (CAW), Purchasing Department
  - Contact: Connie Lee
- OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers):
  - Ford Meter Box Co.
  - A.Y. McDonald
- Products Requested:
  - Multiple types and sizes of meter adapters, including:
    - 5/8 x 5/8 Meter Adapter (150 units)
    - 1 x 1 Meter Adapter (100 units)
    - 1 x 5/8 Meter Adapter (5,000 units)
    - 1 x 5/8 x Meter Adapter (1,500 units)
    - 1-1/2 x 1 Meter Adapter (8 units)
    - 2 x 1 Meter Adapter (12 units)
  - Part numbers specified for Ford Meter Box and A.Y. McDonald equivalents
- Notable Requirements:
  - Products must comply with ANSI/AWWA C800 standards for brass goods and low-lead content
  - All fittings must be permanently marked to indicate compliance
  - Bidders may propose "approved equals" but must provide detailed technical documentation
  - Manufacturer certification and assembly drawings required
  - Warranty against defects and prompt supply of replacement parts required
  - Deliveries are F.O.B. destination to CAW's Central Warehouse in Birmingham
  - Adherence to CAW's non-discrimination and conflict of interest policies
- Contract Details:
  - Initial term is one year, with possible annual extensions or month-to-month continuation

### Description

This solicitation is an invitation to bid for Meter Adapters to be supplied to Central Alabama Water. The contract term is one year with possible extensions, and the products must comply with specified standards including ANSI/AWWA C800. Bids must be submitted by October 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., and the bid opening will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. The procurement includes detailed specifications, approved manufacturers, and warranty requirements.

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